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1 person is interested
Change Lives: Be an Adult Literacy Tutor
ORGANIZATION: Placer Adult Literacy Service
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1 person is interested
Position Overview: This is an opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of adults whose limited literacy is a challenge in their everyday life. See how rewarding the experience can be. The goal of the tutoring program is to create an opportunity for individuals to improve their reading, writing, basic math skills, get their GED, or learn English by working one-on-one with a tutor.
Responsibilities:
Tutor one learner 1-2 times each week for 1.5 hour sessions in one of Placer County Library’s 9 branches
Submit monthly time logs
Coordinate with literacy staff
Qualifications:
Must be able to read, write, and speak English proficiently and clearly
Possess patience, flexibility, and excellent oral communication skills
Fingerprint clearance is required (no charge)
Age 18 or older
Training Provided:
Tutor Training- 3 hours
All materials provided free of charge
Individual assistance from literacy staff is available
Benefits to Volunteer:
Satisfaction that you are changing lives
Knowledge that you are enhancing the Library’s position in the community
Learn to tutor, promote learning, and gain experience
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About Placer Adult Literacy Service
Location:
350 Nevada Streeet, Auburn, CA 95603, US
Mission Statement
Established in 1985 as a core program of Placer County Library, Placer Adult Literacy Service (PALS) assists the Placer County Library in fostering the love of reading and learning. • PALS connects people who want to learn to read or improve their literacy skills with one-on-one tutors who can help. • PALS works to improve digital literacy by teaching computer skills and the safe use of social media. • PALS inspires families to nurture a love of reading and life-long learning in their children.
Description
The Placer Adult Literacy Service provides free, confidential, one-on-one tutoring for adults who want to improve their reading, writing, basic math skills, get their GED, or learn English.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Auburn Library350 Nevada StreetAuburn, CA 95603
DATE POSTED
July 26, 2017
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- Literacy / Reading
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
- Reading / Writing
- General Education
- Tutoring
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2 hours a week for a 6 month period